Sr Development Engineer

Post Date

Mar 31, 2025

Location

Phoenix,
Arizona

ZIP/Postal Code

85016
US
Jun 22, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Engineering (Non IT)

Req #

CAL-772274

Pay Rate

$126k - $138k (estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Development Engineer to join a large power generation company in their office in Phoenix, Arizona.
Reporting to the Director of Development Engineering, you will lead essential technical and engineering tasks. You will collaborate with internal experts and external consultants to deliver initial engineering solutions and offer crucial technical perspectives that propel our ambitious projects forward.

You will contribute to our team by:
Leading the technical and engineering work for Capital Powers development projects, including greenfield and brownfield renewable and flex-generation initiatives.
Supporting the Commercial department for upgrading and optimizing existing facilities.
Supporting the Strategy department for evaluating technical feasibility of new technology.
Coordinating with internal SMEs and external consulting resources to ensure preliminary engineering deliverables meet business needs and company standards.
Managing and finalizing project layouts and documentation for prioritization.
Developing and coordinating the technical scope of work, applying internal resources or leading external consultants.
Supporting the preparation of RFP documents; including evaluation, negotiation and contracting for procurement of project specific major equipment and balance of plant contractors.
Recommending equipment selection and new concepts to improve performance and optimize costs.
Assisting in planning, estimating and scheduling of project deliverables.
Facilitating the creation of conceptual project layouts and support RFP responses.
Providing technical inputs to other departments to facilitate project approval, permitting, business case development, construction, and / or operations.
Supporting the Business Development and Commercial departments for due diligence on potential acquisition of in progress projects or existing operational assets.
Supporting the development of Project Execution and Procurement plans.
Directing multi-discipline teams to complete technical inputs.
Fostering relationships with customers, contractors, and third parties.
Providing recommendations to the Director, Development Engineering, ensuring alignment with Capital Powers strategy and maintaining effective relationships with key partners.
Collaborating with the estimating and operations groups to develop capital estimates, risk assessments, and compliance reviews for development projects and acquisitions.
Ensure cross-functional accountability and authority practices are strictly followed to achieve efficient deliverables.

This is a permanent job opportunity based in Phoenix, Arizona, with a hybrid schedule (3 days working in office, 2 days working from home). This position requires 20% - 25% travel across the United States and Canada to support the sites.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.

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Required Skills & Experience

8-10 years of experience in Project Engineering/Project Development/Development Engineer/etc. working on major projects dealing with front end engineering, permitting, detailed design, construction and/or acquisition of operating and greenfield developments.
2+ years of experience working on power generation projects (Thermal/Natural Gas, Renewables, or Energy Storage).
2+ year(s) of experience with vendor/supplier management and contract negotiations for major equipment procurement.
Grid scale experience.
Science degree, or technical diploma.
Genuine interest/passion for power generation/thermal/natural gas/solar/renewable energy.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Experience with PVsyst, or similar software used for design, simulation and analysis of photovoltaic systems (solar power systems).
Project management or project coordination experience.
Experience with acquisitions and development projects.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.